The Woodland Run Equine Veterinary Hospital has reported that three Standardbreds were among the six horses that perished in a fire at the Ohio clinic this past Friday, Feb. 6.
A statement follows from the Woodland Run Equine Veterinary Hospital and staff, including Dr. Richard C. Mather, Dr. F. John Reichert, Dr. Richard Rothfuss, Dr. Robert N. Buell, Dr. Aaron Stingle, Dr. Tony Petrowitz, Dr. Christopher P. Beinlich and Dr. Chase Watiker.
"On the evening of Feb. 6, 2026, Woodland Run Equine Veterinary Hospital experienced an unimaginable tragedy. The hospital building and associated 20 stalls were destroyed by fire. While no humans lost their lives or were injured, six horses perished.
"We at Woodland Run express our deepest sympathy to the people associated with the three Standardbreds, two Quarter Horses and one Thoroughbred that died.
"We would also like to express our gratitude to the local fire department and first responders who battled the blaze.
"The outpouring of prayers, thoughts and support from the community, clients, friends and veterinary colleagues has been tremendous. To that, we say thank you.
"For those who would like to donate in the names of the horses that died, we ask that you contact New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program and/or ReRide Quarter Horse Adoption.
"Please bear with us as we get our phones back on line.
"If you are scheduled for an appointment at the clinic, please contact us at 614-871-4919."
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the connections of the horses involved.
(With files from Woodland Run Equine Veterinary Hospital)